Students Unmasked In The Dotte For Now

Today we learned of pandemic progress that's worth a peek.

But be warned . . . It comes with a caveat that we might be forced to submit to dress codes all over again and probably around election time . . .

According to the CDC, Wyandotte County’s COVID-19 community level is currently low and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment shows Wyandotte County at the moderate level of risk.

The school district voted last summer to require masks for all students and staff except those with specific health conditions.

"Our district respects that some students and staff may choose to continue to wear masks for personal, safety, or other health reasons. Please be respectful and supportive of all choices," the school district said in a statement Friday.

The district will be prepared to reinstate a mask requirement if needed.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

KCK Public Schools removing mask mandate next week

KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Beginning Monday, April 25, Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools will no longer be requiring masks inside school buildings. According to the CDC, Wyandotte County's COVID-19 community level is currently low and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment shows Wyandotte County at the moderate level of risk.

KCK Public Schools dropping its face mask requirement

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools announced Friday that it will lift its face mask requirement for students and staff.The district said the reason for the change is that Wyandotte County's COVID-19 case level is low to moderate.Masks will be optional in all school buildings starting Monday.District officials said they will continue to work with the Unified Government Public Health Department on COVID-19 concerns and they will be prepared to reinstate a mask requirement if needed.

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